Continuous Improvement Engineer

• Investigate product deviations, quality issues, quantity discrepancies, and customer complaints, providing technical findings and recommendations.
• Conduct technical testing on existing and new products to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Analyse production data and machine performance to identify inefficiencies and implement practical production solutions.
• Improve line efficiencies, reduce wastage, optimise yields, and identify opportunities for automation.
• Develop and maintain line specifications, process tolerances, process controls, and standard operating procedures.
• Support product development and testing through technical analysis, modelling, calculations, and machine improvement recommendations.
• Design and implement existing product improvements, assist with new product designs, and contribute to research and development projects.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through improved production methods, alternative suppliers, machinery upgrades, automation, and more efficient labour utilisation.
• Manage engineering projects, including feasibility assessments, project scope, project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Complete and monitor New Product Request (NPR) and Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) documentation, following up on implementation through the relevant Process Change Request (PCR) process.
• Provide accurate technical information for the creation of new stock codes and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Manage and coordinate the Engineering Foreman and artisan team, including resource allocation, project manufacturing activities, performance management, staff development, discipline, and leave approvals.
• Ensure engineering activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with quality and production requirements.

• Grade 12 / Matric with acceptable marks.
• BTech or BEng in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a factory environment, with 5-7 years’ relevant experience in a similar role preferred.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical machinery, production processes, and fault-finding.
• Proven ability to analyse production figures, identify inefficiencies, and implement practical improvements.
• Advanced mathematical and analytical skills.

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